Are Banks Open on Memorial Day?
Memorial Day 2027: Monday, May 31, 2027
No
Banks are closed on Memorial Day.
Banks are closed on Monday, May 31, 2027.
What's open and closed on Memorial Day 2027
| Bank branches | Closed Mon, May 31 |
|---|---|
| Federal Reserve, ACH and wires | Closed, transfers wait until the next business day |
| ATMs, mobile and online banking | Open |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Closed |
| Post office (USPS) | Closed, no mail delivery |
Are banks closed on Memorial Day?
Banks and credit unions are closed on Memorial Day, and no ACH or wire transfers are processed. Saturday branch hours the weekend before are normal; only Monday is affected.
About Memorial Day
Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May to honor U.S. military personnel who died in service. It is a federal holiday and a Federal Reserve holiday, and it marks the unofficial start of summer.
Tips
- Make deposits by Friday if you need the money before Tuesday.
- The stock market and post office are also closed.
Memorial Day dates and bank status, 2026–2029
| Year | Date | Banks |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday, May 25 | Closed Mon, May 25 |
| 2027 | Monday, May 31 | Closed Mon, May 31 |
| 2028 | Monday, May 29 | Closed Mon, May 29 |
| 2029 | Monday, May 28 | Closed Mon, May 28 |
Frequently asked questions
Are banks open on Memorial Day?
Banks are closed on Memorial Day. Banks are closed on Monday, May 31, 2027.
Are banks closed on Memorial Day 2027?
Banks are closed on Monday, May 31, 2027.
Is the stock market open on Memorial Day?
The NYSE and Nasdaq are closed on Memorial Day 2027.
Is the post office open on Memorial Day?
USPS post offices are closed, no mail delivery on Memorial Day 2027.
Will my direct deposit arrive on Memorial Day?
No ACH payments settle on Memorial Day because the Federal Reserve is closed. Many employers send pay the business day before; otherwise it arrives the next business day.
Next bank holidays
- Veterans DayWed, Nov 11, 2026
- ThanksgivingThu, Nov 26, 2026
- Christmas DayFri, Dec 25, 2026
- New Year's DayFri, Jan 1, 2027